Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

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Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets Description

Istamet Cp Xr Tablet is a combination medicine containing sitagliptin and metformin. It is used along with a healthy diet and regular exercise for the control of high blood sugar in patients having t

ype 2 Diabetes mellitus. Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus lowers the risk of heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, blindness and loss of limbs. Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body. Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and decreasing sugar production by the body. Please do not modify the dose or stop it before the prescribed duration, even if you feel better. Patients are advised to maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.

Product Summary

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Contains	Sitagliptin(100.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(1000.0 Mg)
Uses	Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
Side effects	Nausea, runny nose, headache, sore throat, flatulence
Therapy	ANTI-DIABETIC

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Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

It is used for the control of high blood sugar in patients having type 2 Diabetes mellitus along with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Contraindications of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin or any other ingredients of Istamet Cp Xr Tablet.
If you have severe kidney or liver disease.
If your diabetes is not under control and you also have high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, loose motions, rapid loss of weight, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, sleepiness etc.
If you have dehydration or you have the presence of severe infection.
If you have to go to do an x-ray or scan and dye is injected in your blood before doing the x-ray or scan.
If you have a recent history of a heart attack.
If you are a heavy alcohol drinker.
If you are a lactating mother.

Side effects of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Runny or stuffy nose
Sore throat
Stomach discomfort
Indigestion
Respiratory tract infection
Headache
Weakness
Flatulence
Loose motion
Constipation
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Low blood sugar level

Precautions and Warnings of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Istamet Cp Xr Tablet during pregnancy?

Component of this medicine can cause harm to the unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. This medicine should not be taken by pregnant women. Mostly, in pregnancy-related diabetes, insulin is preferred over any oral anti-diabetic medicines.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Istamet Cp Xr Tablet while breastfeeding?

Component of this medicine can pass through breastmilk and can cause harm to the breastfed baby if taken by lactating mother. This medicine should not be taken by lactating mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Istamet Cp Xr Tablet?

This medicine can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Istamet Cp Xr Tablet?

Consumption of alcohol along with this medicine can cause a medical condition called ' lactic acidosis' which can cause vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat. Avoid alcohol consumption while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a skin blister after taking this medicine.
You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, less fluid intake.
You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat after taking this medicine.
You have low blood sugar after taking other anti-diabetic medicines along with this medicine.
You have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
You are undergoing any surgery.
Your doctor tells you that you have increase triglyceride levels in your blood and you have gall stones.

Mode of Action of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

How Does It Work?

Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body. Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and de...

Directions for Use of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Take this medicine with food as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not stop taking Istamet Cp Xr Tablet on your own, without informing your doctor.

Interactions of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Istamet Cp Xr Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.

Storage and disposal of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Store this medicine at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Istamet Xr Cp Strip Of 7 Tablets

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include severe nausea or vomiting, pain in the stomach, muscle cramps, rapid breathing. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the ne...

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why Istamet Cp Xr Tablet need to be taken with food?

A: Istamet Cp Xr Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Q: Can I take crushed Istamet Cp Xr Tablet?

A: Istamet Cp Xr Tablet whole or split tablet should be taken with food as prescribed by your doctor and should not be crushed or chewed as doing so will release all of the medicine at once and can cause side effects of this medicine.

Q: Does Istamet Cp Xr Tablet cause low blood sugar?

A: Istamet Cp Xr Tablet usually does not cause low blood sugar. It can cause low blood sugar if taken along with other antidiabetic medicines if you are taking low-calorie food or doing heavy exercise. Symptoms of low blood sugar include blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness, or tingling sensation in your hands or feet. Consult your doctor if you have low blood sugar while taking this medicine.

Q: What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking Istamet Cp Xr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines?

If you have low blood sugar after taking Istamet Cp Xr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines, you should eat sugar, honey, or candy, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda to increase your blood su...
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Consult your doctor immediately if you have blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness etc after taking this medicine or other anti-diabetic medicines.

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Product Details

Brand

ISTAMET

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

24/02/2025

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